JAMB 2018 English Language · Question 39

It is customary to find young men and women in sports.

Question

choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) in italics.   It is customary to find young men and women in sports.

  1. A.Common
  2. B.Unusual
  3. C.Unideal
  4. D.Unnecessary

Answer: B. Unusual

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Analyze the question: The word in italics is "customary." You need the option that means the opposite.

Explain the concept: "Customary" means usual, habitual, or according to custom. This is an antonym question, so look for a word meaning unusual or uncommon.

Solution:

  • A. Common means usual or widespread. This is a synonym of "customary," not an opposite.
  • B. Unusual means not habitual or out of the ordinary. This is the direct opposite.
  • C. Unideal means not perfect. It has no link to how often something happens.
  • D. Unnecessary means not needed. This is about need, not frequency or custom.

Check it in the sentence: "It is unusual to find young men and women in sports" is the opposite of "It is customary to find young men and women in sports." The meaning flips cleanly.

Answer: B. Unusual

Tip: For antonym questions, first find a synonym of the given word (customary = usual, normal). Then eliminate any option that matches it (here, "common") and pick the option that reverses it. Examiners often put a synonym among the options to trap you, so read the question carefully for the word "opposite."

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